Author: Jules Verne / Year: 1828-1905 / Genre: Sci-Fi An early science fiction novel written by the second most translated author, French writer Jules Verne,
the classic tale depicts an incredible sea expedition on board a state-of-the-art submarine. First
published in 1870 and a part of the Voyages Extraordinaires series, the novel is regarded as one
of the most thrilling adventure stories and one of Verne’s greatest pieces of work. Immersed in
themes of exploration, avant-garde technology, and man’s insatiable desire for knowledge
and scientific progression, Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea has been an influence
for many writers as well as an inspiration for numerous film adaptations.
